More or Less: Behind the Stats Avengers - Should we reverse the snap?
May 6, 2019
Anthropologist Professor Sharon DeWitte and fictionomics blogger Zachary Feinstein PHD discuss the economics of Thanos' snap, comparing it to historical events like the Black Death. They explore the consequences of restoring the population versus embracing a reduced size, effects of population loss on Earth, and debunk Malthusian economics in light of real-world examples.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the aftermath of the snap and comparing it to historical events
01:52 • 2min
Effects of the Black Death on Health and Longevity
03:47 • 2min
The consequences of losing half the population on Earth
06:04 • 4min
Comparing Malthusian Economics and Thanos's Concerns on Overpopulation
09:53 • 2min